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Hosta Great Expectations
Hosta 'Great Expectations'
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2 UK retailers
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Hosta Great Expectations is a garden perennial that thrives in partial shade and moist soil. Growing to around 50cm, it flowers from July and August. Slug habitat, attracts thrushes.
Sun
⛅ Partial Shade
Water
💧💧💧 High (Moist)
Hardiness
🌡️ H7 (Fully Hardy)
Size
📏 50cm tall × 60cm wide
Flowers
🌸 jul,aug
Wildlife
🐝 Slug habitat, attracts thrushes
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Prices from 2 retailers
Prices last checked: 13 Oct 2026
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| Farmyard Nurseries | £9.99Checked 13 Oct | Check retailer for size | View at Farmyard NurseriesOpens product page · Affiliate info |
| Thompson & Morgan + £6.99 delivery | from£10.00Checked 27 Oct | Check retailer for size | View at Thompson & MorganOpens product page · Affiliate info |
Farmyard Nurseries
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Thompson & Morgan
+ £6.99 delivery
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Plant Information
About this plant
Hosta Great Expectations is a garden perennial that thrives in partial shade and moist soil. Growing to around 50cm, it flowers from July and August. Slug habitat, attracts thrushes.
Latin Name
Hosta 'Great Expectations'
Family
Hardiness Zone
H7
Care Level
moderate
Sun Exposure
partial-shade
Water Needs
high
Flowering Season
jul,aug
Mature Height
50cm
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I buy Hosta Great Expectations online in the UK?
You can buy Hosta Great Expectations from 2 UK nurseries including Farmyard Nurseries, Thompson & Morgan. ComparePlants.uk compares prices across all of them so you can find the best deal.
What is the scientific name for Hosta Great Expectations?
The scientific name for Hosta Great Expectations is Hosta 'Great Expectations'.
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